Accounting Manager

Stark Tech•Buffalo, NY

3d•$93,170 - $124,009

About The Position

This position is responsible for managing day-to-day accounting and treasury/cash operations, as well as the development and management of a set of monthly and period-end tasks and procedures that ensure material accounting transactions of the entity are recorded accurately in the general ledger and in the correct period. The Corporate Accounting Manager focuses primarily on matters involving balance sheet accounting but will also effectively communicate and collaborate with the Business Unit Controllers on P&L-related accounting matters as needed. The Corporate Accounting Manager will directly supervise and mentor one or more staff/senior accountants.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
Five (5) years of related accounting experience required, including experience in corporate accounting, general ledger, financial reporting, and month-end close
Two (2) years of people leadership experience required, including coaching, performance management, and development of accounting professionals
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with ERP/accounting systems and financial reporting applications
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and corporate accounting principles
Experience with month-end and year-end close, account reconciliations, fixed assets, lease accounting, accruals, debt, equity, payroll accounting, and financial statement preparation
Knowledge of treasury operations, cash management, bank reconciliations, cash forecasting, ACH, wire transfers, and internal controls
Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, external audits, and continuous process improvement
Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings
Valid driver’s license (if travel is required)

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred
Experience with banking platforms and treasury management systems preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Project Management Professional (PMP), or similar professional certification preferred
Experience in a multi-entity or shared services environment
Experience supporting acquisitions and post-acquisition integrations

Responsibilities

Managing day-to-day accounting and treasury/cash operations
Development and management of monthly and period-end tasks and procedures
Ensuring material accounting transactions are recorded accurately in the general ledger and in the correct period
Focusing on balance sheet accounting matters
Communicating and collaborating with Business Unit Controllers on P&L-related accounting matters
Directly supervising and mentoring one or more staff/senior accountants